THE BEST CHICKEN AND RICE
Could classic chicken and rice be one of the most beloved comfort dinners to ever hit the plate? We think so. And to blow your mind even more, this version is made in just one skillet. Here we use bone-in, skin on chicken thighs which cook up in exactly the same time as the rice to guarantee juicy chicken. A quick broil at the end creates the perfect crispy skin and gives a little crunch to the rice and vegetables.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 55m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the broiler. Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Toss the chicken with the paprika, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl. Place the chicken skin-side down in the skillet and cook undisturbed until the skin is golden but not too dark, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove the chicken to a plate using a metal spatula and add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the skillet.
- Add the carrots, celery and shallots to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened but not yet turning golden, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic, thyme, oregano, lemon zest, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and cook just until you begin to smell the garlic, about 1 minute. Stir in the rice and cook undisturbed until lightly toasted, about 2 minutes. Pour in the broth, add 1/2 teaspoon salt and stir to combine, then add the chicken thighs back to the pan, skin-side up. Bring the liquid to a boil then cover, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Remove the lid from the pan and broil until the chicken skin is crispy and golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Sprinkle with the chives.
EASY CHICKEN WITH RICE
You can make a big deal out of chicken with rice -- at its zenith, it becomes paella -- but it is a dish that takes well to short cuts. And even at its simplest, it's a crowd-pleaser. For fast weeknight meals, I strip chicken and rice to its essentials: oil, onion, chicken and rice. Stock makes the best cooking liquid, but water works almost as well, because as it simmers with the chicken they combine to produce a flavorful broth. To reduce greasiness, I remove the skin from the chicken before cooking it. (In a moist dish like this one, the skin is not especially appetizing anyway.) You can easily vary this dish by using any stock instead of water; by substituting another grain, like pearled barley, for the rice; by sautéing or roasting the chicken separately and combining it with the rice at the last minute; by adding sausage or shellfish, like shrimp, along with the chicken, or, most excitingly, by adding strips of red pepper, pitted olives, capers, chopped tomatoes or shelled peas to the initial onion mix.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories dinner, weeknight, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Set 3 cups of water to boil. Place olive oil in a large skillet that can be covered, and turn heat to medium-high. Add onions and a sprinkling of salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions soften and become translucent, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove skin from chicken.
- Add rice to onions; stir until each grain glistens; sprinkle with saffron, and stir. Nestle chicken in rice, add a little more salt and pepper and pour in the boiling water. Turn heat to medium-low, and cover.
- Cook 20 minutes, until all water is absorbed and chicken is cooked through. (You can keep this warm over a very low flame for another 15 minutes; it will retain its heat for 15 minutes beyond that.) Garnish and serve with lemon or lime.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 581, UnsaturatedFat 20 grams, Carbohydrate 42 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 32 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 578 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
CHICKEN RICE BOWL
This chicken rice bowl recipe is so easy to toss together on a busy weeknight, and I usually have the ingredients already on hand. I start sauteing the onion and pepper first, then I prepare the instant rice. If you like, top it with some shredded sharp cheddar cheese. -Tammy Daniels, Batavia, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook rice in broth according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the green pepper and onion in oil for 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Stir in the chicken, corn, peas, basil and sage. Cook, uncovered, for 4-5 minutes over medium heat or until heated through. Stir in the rice, salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 914mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
A DIFFERENT WAY TO MAKE CHICKEN & RICE
Make and share this A Different Way to Make Chicken & Rice recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Loves2Teach
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Marinate chicken meat and livers for 30 minutes.
- Sauté onions, chicken meat and livers.
- Cook for 5 minutes and season with salt and pepper.
- Add tomato sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Set aside.
- Heat 4 tbsp margarine over moderate flame.
- Add cooked rice and stir with wooden spoon.
- Pour stock and cook for 15 minutes stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Add sautéed chicken mixture, cheese and bell peppers.
- Mix thoroughly.
- Serve hot.
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A Different Way to Make Chicken Rice Recipes:
Chicken rice is a popular dish in many parts of the world. It is a simple dish that is easy to make and is perfect for any occasion. However, many people are always looking for new ways to make this dish more interesting and flavorful. In this article, we will share a different way to make chicken rice recipes that you can try at home.Why Make Chicken Rice in a Different Way?
There are many reasons why you might want to make chicken rice in a different way. Firstly, variety is the spice of life. Trying out a new recipe can help to make meal times more interesting and exciting. Secondly, if you have been making chicken rice for a long time, you might have grown tired of the same old recipe. A new technique can help to breathe new life into this dish.Different Types of Chicken Rice Recipes
There are many different types of chicken rice recipes. Some recipes are based on different cultures while others focus on different flavors. Here is a brief overview of some of the different types of chicken rice recipes that you can try:Hainanese Chicken Rice
This is a traditional Chinese recipe that is made with poached chicken, aromatic rice, and a flavorful sauce made from chili, ginger, and soy sauce. It is an easy recipe that is perfect for those who love to experiment with different flavors.Lemon and Herb Chicken Rice
This recipe is perfect for those who love zesty and fresh flavors. It involves marinating chicken in a mixture of lemon juice, garlic, and herbs for a few hours before cooking it with rice.Curried Chicken Rice
This recipe is perfect for those who love spicy food. It involves cooking chicken with a mix of Indian spices such as cumin, turmeric, and coriander before adding it to rice.A Different Way to Make Chicken Rice
If you are looking for a new way to make chicken rice, try cooking it in a rice cooker. This method is incredibly easy and allows you to cook both the chicken and rice at the same time. Here are the steps to follow:Ingredients:
- 1 pound chicken (breasts or thighs)
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbs soy sauce
- 1 tbs sesame oil
- 1 tbs cornstarch
- 4 large scallions, thinly sliced
Instructions:
- Combine chicken, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch in a bowl.
- Coat chicken well and let it marinate for 30 minutes.
- Rinse rice and place it into the rice cooker.
- Add chicken broth to the rice cooker and stir well.
- Place the marinated chicken on top of the rice.
- Cover the rice cooker and turn it on.
- Cook for about 25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked and the rice is fluffy.
- Let it sit for an additional 5 minutes before opening the rice cooker.
- Remove the chicken and rice from the rice cooker and place them on a serving dish.
- Garnish with scallions and serve.